POSITION SPECIFICATION

Position Senior Structural Engineer

Organization KFI Engineers (KFI)

Reporting Relationship Manager Structural Engineering

Website http://www.kfi-eng.com/

COMPANY BACKGROUND

KFI Engineers is a recognized industry leader in facility infrastructure design and performance. Since 1996, our culture of collaboration and unique capabilities have allowed us to make a difference in the way infrastructure and processing projects are delivered.

Headquartered in St. Paul, MN, with eight regional offices and a team of over 250 professionals, we have a people-first culture that offers opportunities to continue your career with mentorship programs, career growth support, and continued education. With KFI, we find a way to provide creative solutions to unique projects while providing the same care we would expect if we were the client. For more information about KFI Engineers and our culture, please visit www.kfi-eng.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Structural Engineer plays a key role in the successful execution of projects. Reporting to the Structural Engineering Manager, this individual will provide technical and engineering excellence, as well as successful delivery of work to our customers. The Senior Structural Engineer is responsible for a high level of customer satisfaction by ensuring expectations are clearly communicated and managed – both externally and internally. The successful candidate will also contribute to a dynamic team environment by being proactive, communicating clearly to all stakeholders, and modeling a highly collaborative working environment. This person will also actively support the business development process, through the writing of proposals and meeting with prospective and current customers.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Oversees the production of construction documents including drawings and specifications, ensuring the application of sound structural engineering principles.
• Effectively execute projects. Develop estimates for assigned scope of work, and ensure we stay within scope and adhere to the overall project budget (KFI labor, expenses, and subs). Also create project plan and schedule for execution of work.
• Coordinate work with both internal and external stakeholders, providing technical support and work direction as needed.
• Possess an understanding of Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering construction practices.
• Serve as project manager or discipline lead for complete projects.
• Support the business development process through input to proposals, meeting and interviewing with prospective customers, etc.
• Provides work direction to other team members, including subcontractors, as assigned.
• Provides technical and engineering support to other departments/disciplines.
• Be a mentor to younger, less experienced team members providing guidance and teaching.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILILITES REQUIRED

The successful candidate will have strong structural design experience across a variety of industries and processes and have experience using structural analysis software (RISA or similar). This role requires strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills. The candidate we are seeking will be naturally collaborative and possess the ability to assimilate a range of ideas, programs, or alternatives into a set of recommendations. The level of knowledge we are looking for likely comes with a minimum of 7 - 10 years of experience.

Additional qualifications the successful candidate will possess include:

• Effective meeting management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Adaptable and agile, responsive to quick changes in direction.
• Ability to establish rapport and credibility with customers and other stakeholders.

CORE BEHAVIORS

Accountable

• Demonstrates persistence in the achievement of goals.
• Acts with a sense of urgency.
• Takes responsibility for own actions.

Business Focus

• Demonstrates agility, adapts well to changes.
• Works well under pressure.
• Meets commitments to internal/external customers.

Proje ct Execution

• Plans projects well, managing last-minute rushes and disruptions.
• Balances Speed and Quality.
• Looks for improvement in our delivery, tools, and processes.

Demonstrates Respect for Others

• Keeps others adequately informed.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Adapts communication style and method based on audience and situation.

Team Player

• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Shares expertise with others.
• Inspires respect and trust.

EDUCATION

A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in structural design is required; a Master’s degree in structural engineering is viewed favorably, though not a requirement. Professional Engineering registration in Minnesota is highly desired. P.E. registration in other states is desirable but not required.

KFI Engineers is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.